Saturday, January 5, 2013

I’m Not A Wanted Man – Iyanya Denies Police Allegations

Kukere Master, Iyanya is allegedly wanted by the Nigerian Police, in
Port-Harcourt, Rivers State, in connection with the case of fraud
brought against him by popular show organiser, Opa Williams.

Iyanya has however denied he is wanted by the police; muttering on phone “Don’t mind them, I am in Abuja,” Showtime reports.

According to reports, Iyanya’s manager, Ubi-Franklin Ekpong is
currently under arrest at Mile 3 Police Division,in the Garden city.

Opa Williams, the producer of Nigeria’s foremost comedy show, ‘Nite
of a Thousand Laughs’ reported Iyanya to the police for allegedly
collecting N1.7 million from him being payment for the singer’s
performance at ‘Nite of a Thousand Laughs’ shows which held in Benin and
Port Harcourt few days ago, but the Afro hip hop act never showed up at
any of the shows.

Sources say Williams was angered by the fact that Iyanya was in Port
Harcourt ahead of the show on Monday, but he was just nowhere to be
found minutes later with his cell phones out of reach.

“He has caused me a lot of embarrassment, as people who paid to come and watch him went home disappointed.

For 17 years, we have been organizing Nite of A Thousand Laughs and
we have built a large followership, I will not allow anybody to destroy
the credibility we have as people who deliver on their promises.

That’s why we are going to pursue this case (legally) to a logical
conclusion and ensure this is the last time Iyanya would do this to
anybody.” Williams stated.

“When Iyanya failed to show up at Benin edition, which held on
December 26, he called to apologise, promising however to make it up
with the Port-Harcourt and Bonny shows. But again, he did not keep to
his word,” Williams added.

Sources say Iyanya’s non-appearance was deliberate, as he performed
earlier at another show which held the same day in Port-Harcourt and
featured Timaya.

“We are aware of the issue between Opa Williams and hip hop act,
Iyanya. The parties are at the moment at Mile 3 Police Division in Port
Harcourt. Our client has informed us he is seeking redress in court.

However, there are moves to resolve the matter amicably. It is sad
that Iyanya would behave in such an unprofessional manner, but then, the
police are handling the matter well,” Williams’ media Company, Media
Image Managers said.